RFK Jr. aims to reform food system and protect children's health as health secretary nominee

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to be the secretary of Health and Human Services. Kennedy aims to reform the food system, focusing on reducing harmful chemicals, pesticides, and additives in food. Kennedy has criticized the current agricultural practices, claiming they harm children's health. He advocates for regenerative farming to improve soil quality and reduce chemical use. He also labels ultra-processed foods as "poison" and plans to eliminate them from school lunches. Kennedy has expressed concerns about the roles of the USDA and FDA in promoting unhealthy food. He argues that these agencies contribute to rising obesity rates and related diseases. Some experts support his call for reducing ultra-processed foods, while others caution against oversimplifying the issue.